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From Abandoned Projects to Creative Comebacks

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Okay listen… I know, I know—I’m a quitter. Was a quitter. Let’s say I’m  “in recovery,” okay? Breaking that habit is no joke though, especially when quitting has always been my emotional support hobby. Life gets overwhelming and suddenly scrolling, snacking, and napping feels like the holy trinity instead of… actually finishing anything.

And it reminds me of that Gilmore Girls moment where Paris goes:
“She’s got a ‘C’ average, which means she’s either lazy or stupid. I can work with either. Frankly, sometimes stupid is easier. I can scare the stupid out of you, but the lazy runs deep.”

Now listen—I’m not stupid. That’s not up for debate.
But lazy? …yeah, I fear Paris would have a field day with me.

BUT. Plot twist. Character development. Redemption arc incoming.

It’s official: I’m launching my ✨Comeback Tour✨starring every project I ever ghosted. Here’s a not-so-fun confession: The last time I posted anything remotely artsy was way back in 2023. Yikes! The creative guilt is real! In honor of my half-finished crafts, I’m breaking out the classic Blend the Rules feature pic—because following the script just isn’t my style!

Exhibit A: I started crocheting tiny dog and cat dolls for my friend’s baby… when said friend was still pregnant.
That baby is turning THREE this year.
THREE.
Anyway!!!(Don’t judge—I just found the pattern again: Tuna and Bones Free Amigurumi Patterns (Crochet Dog Pattern & Crochet Cat Pattern) | Needlepointers.com)

Exhibit B: the cardigan. The cardigan™. The one I dramatically started four years ago and then ghosted like it texted me “hey.”
Tell me why I also found the exact video I was using back then?? The universe said “you’re not escaping this one.”

Exhibit C: the chicken purse.
When I tell you this obsession came back HARD—like why are there a million variations and why do I suddenly need all of them??
Also… I found my old unfinished project and genuinely thought it was a failed beanie. Nope. It was the chicken bag. I abandoned her mid-cluck 😭

AND because I clearly don’t believe in easing into things, I’m also jumping back on the sourdough train. Yes, like 2020 me.
Do I know where my original starter is? Absolutely not. She’s gone. Lost to history.
But I have a new one now!!! And her name?
✨Doughbi Wan Kenobi✨
Was it necessary? No.
Does it bring me immense joy? Yes.

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April Renewal: Join My 30-Day Blogging Challenge

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April is almost here, and honestly? I’m buzzing. Like, full-on spring bee buzzing in a flower field buzzing. This April, I’m going all in: 30 posts for 30 days on both Instagram and the blog. After trying and failing to post all 31 days in October, December, and January, it’s April’s turn—and I am READY. No holding back. No half-hearted attempts. Just pure, unfiltered, unapologetic spring energy.

I’ve been feeling extra inspired by VEDA (Vlog Every Day of April), which basically feels like a personal invitation to go wild with creativity. And wild I shall go. Expect everything from Earth Day initiatives (because yes, saving the planet is chic, and we’re doing it in style) to fresh seasonal recipes that taste like sunshine in a bowl, to full-on lifestyle resets that will leave you feeling lighter, brighter, and maybe a little obsessed with the little joys that make spring spring.

Cozy mornings? Check. Journaling with your favorite warm drink in hand? Check. Yoga flows that make you feel like your body is remembering how to breathe again? Double check. Honestly, April feels like that perfect mix of new notebook energy and deeply personal reflection energy, and I want to share all of it with you.

Spring in the Bible is all about renewal, resurrection, and God’s faithfulness to bring new life after a long winter. And let’s be real—after the last few months (or years, honestly), who couldn’t use a little resurrection? That energy of new beginnings is exactly what I’m chasing this month: new ideas, fresh perspectives, and tiny, bright reminders that growth isn’t always dramatic, but it is always worth celebrating.

And here’s the thing—I want this upcoming month to feel like more than just posts. I want it to feel like a community. Like we’re all sipping tea together, swapping messy life confessions, laughing at ridiculous mistakes, trying new recipes that may or may not flop, and ultimately celebrating all the weird, wonderful ways we grow. Because spring isn’t just about flowers—it’s about showing up, even when it feels messy or uncertain, and trusting that life has a way of bringing beauty out of the chaos.

So what can you expect from me this April? Honestly, a little bit of everything: the cozy, the cute, the chaotic, the heartfelt, and maybe even some things that are totally extra (because, hi, I’m not above it). Think mornings with sunlight spilling onto your kitchen counter while sourdough rises, afternoons of journaling while your favorite playlist softly hums in the background, evenings spent reflecting and dreaming about the next chapter of your life.

This April, I want us to bloom together. To chase that feeling of new beginnings with reckless curiosity. To celebrate the small wins as much as the big ones. To remember that God’s faithfulness doesn’t take breaks—it’s quietly, beautifully present in every little step of our journey, even the ones that feel tiny or messy or confusing.

So grab your favorite cup of tea, dust off that journal, and let’s lean into this month with open hearts, open minds, and maybe a little bit of drama—because why not? April is here, it’s bright, it’s messy, it’s hopeful, and it’s ours. Let’s bloom.

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I’m So Over Microtrends

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I’m So Over Microtrends (Respectfully… but also not)

I am so over microtrends.

Like deeply, spiritually, emotionally over them.
And yes, before anyone comes for me — I participated. I laughed. I liked some of them. I am not above a cute little trend moment. I am human.

Bag charms? Adorable at first.
A little stuffed animal hanging off your purse? Cute.
A ribbon or keychain to make your bag feel more personal? Love that.

But then brands got involved and did what brands always do: ruin it.

A $270 Heinz ketchup packet bag charm made out of goat leather is actually insane behavior. And please don’t let fancy words confuse you — Capra literally just means goat. You are paying luxury prices for a decorative goat leather ketchup packet.

At that point it’s not fashion.
It’s capitalism with a personality.

And honestly, that’s the lifecycle of every microtrend.

It starts off fun and harmless. Something people do for creativity or self-expression. Then TikTok gets involved. Then influencers start linking it. Then brands start selling it. Then suddenly something that was quirky and personal becomes expensive, overproduced, and labeled as a “must-have essential.”

Nothing is essential about a ketchup packet purse charm.

Nothing.

And at this point, some microtrends just need to go peacefully into the fashion graveyard and stay there.

Here’s my personal list of trends that need to rest:

  • fringe (why does this keep resurrecting itself every six months)
  • low rise jeans (we survived this once and that was enough)
  • the “clean girl” aesthetic (which sometimes feels like cultural appropriation in a beige filter)
  • funnel necks (they look like your shirt is eating you)
  • beige everything (are we decorating ourselves or a loaf of sourdough)
  • baggy everything (I would like to have a shape again, respectfully)

Fashion right now feels like it’s stuck in a loop where things are constantly being renamed and repackaged as something new.

Which brings me to the real issue: people keep confusing microtrends with actual trends.

And they are not the same.

Microtrends are basically fast fashion with a personality

They last a few weeks to a few months.
They live entirely on social media.
They usually have a quirky little name for something that already existed.
And by the time you buy into one, it’s already on its way out.

When I was growing up, this kind of style was called being a hipster.

Now it’s called twee.

Same vibe. Different font.

Hipster was thrifted sweaters, indie-folk music, vintage dresses, messy bangs, and drinking overpriced coffee while pretending you discovered an underground band first. Now it’s soft vintage aesthetic, curated playlists, and Pinterest boards with delicate fonts.

We keep renaming the same ideas and acting like they’re revolutionary.

Trends actually grow

Trends have longevity.
They evolve.
They exist outside of social media.
They turn into subcultures or lifestyles instead of disappearing overnight.

A good example is cottagecore.

It started as a microtrend — soft dresses, baking bread, romantic countryside energy, running through fields like we were all living in a fairytale during lockdown.

But over time, it evolved.

Now it’s less costume and more intentional living: cozy homes, warm lighting, baking, gardening, slow mornings, comfort, and simplicity. It matured into a lifestyle instead of just an aesthetic.

And sometimes microtrends don’t evolve — they completely distort the original trend.

Let’s talk about crunchy, granola, outdoorsy culture for a second.

Because something weird has happened there.

In the 60s and 70s, crunchy described people who lived naturally and simply.
Eco-friendly.
Hippie-adjacent.
Organic food.
Environmental awareness.
Buying less.
Living slower.
Being intentional.

The whole point was to consume less and live closer to nature.

Now crunchy culture feels like a shopping list.

Minimalism influencers with sponsored products.
Simple living YouTubers with brand deals.
Slow morning routines with $200 matching loungewear and affiliate links for wooden kitchen spoons.

And every time I watch those videos, I have the same thought:

If this is minimalism, why do I need to buy so many things to achieve it?

If this is simple living, why does it come with a discount code?

It starts to feel like we took something that was supposed to be about living simply and turned it into another aesthetic to monetize.

And I understand that creators need to make money. That part makes sense.
But sometimes it feels like simplicity itself is being sold back to us in beige packaging with soft music and a curated morning routine.

Like we’re being marketed a lifestyle that was originally about not buying things.

And that’s where microtrends start to feel less like creativity and more like marketing cycles trying to sell us a new identity every few months.

Be a clean girl.
Be a soft girl.
Be a crunchy girl.
Be a coastal girl.
Be a beige girl.
Be a vintage girl.

Or maybe — and this is a radical idea — just be a person.

Wear what you like.
Decorate how you want.
Drink your coffee however you drink it.
Go outside if you want.
Stay inside if you want.

Not everything needs a label or an aesthetic or a $270 goat leather ketchup packet hanging off your purse.

Sometimes personal style is just personal style.

And honestly, I think people are starting to get tired of being sold a new personality every season.

Maybe the real trend right now isn’t fringe or bag charms or clean girl aesthetics.

Maybe the real trend is people choosing authenticity again.

And if that’s the case, I fully support the death of microtrends.

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The Sporty Girl I Could’ve Been (But Am Not)

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Daily writing prompt
What’s a secret skill or ability you have or wish you had?
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I swear I’m a magnet for softballs, baseballs, basketballs, and soccer balls—and the magnet is aggressively pointed at my face. Which is actually tragic, because I’m a full-blown sports fanatic.

Like, I love sports. I’m watching, I’m invested, I’m yelling at the screen like I’m on the roster. I understand the rules, the plays, the drama. Mentally? I’m in the game. Physically? I’m a liability.

I have this very specific, slightly humbling wish: I wish I were naturally sporty. Not in a hardcore athlete way, just in that effortless “oh yeah I play sometimes” and then casually being good at it way. The kind of person who joins a random game and isn’t immediately dodging for survival.

But the second a ball is thrown at me, it’s over. Coordination gone. Survival instincts are not activated. I become the weakest link in real time.

It’s not that I wouldn’t try—I would. I’d love to be the kind of person who just jumps into a beach game, runs around, gets a little competitive, laughs it off. And I will try… but there’s always a 70% chance I’m also about to get hit by something.

So for now, I exist in this very specific identity: emotionally athletic, physically questionable. I’ll bring the energy, the commentary, the snacks, the team spirit. Just maybe… don’t pass me the ball

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Stepping Into My Spring Self

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Okay but how did I fully miss posting on the first day of spring? Like… hello??

Anyway, the vibe this season is all about reinvention, rebirth, and stepping into the rest of the year feeling like a dewy goddess.

Yes, I’m four days late posting about it—but honestly? I’ve already made two major spring posts, so if anything, I was early. Let’s call it that.

So maybe I missed the official date, but emotionally? I’ve been in spring mode for a while now—and that’s what really counts.

Plus, this season I’ve already:

  • Dyed my hair
  • Started wearing makeup (and my new glasses!)
  • Picked up some much-needed closet essentials

Safe to say… my rebirth energy is thriving.

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The Truth About Waiting to Share Our Marriage

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I really hate that I’m still getting hate from different people about how Hector and I announced we were married.

Yes, we waited a year.
Yes, we didn’t tell people the day it happened.
And yes, we originally wanted to wait until year five.

And honestly, I don’t regret it.

What I do regret is how comfortable people have become with calling me manipulative, dishonest, and untrustworthy over something that was never theirs to be involved in to begin with.

Hector and I made a personal decision about our relationship and our marriage. We chose to keep it private for a year because we wanted to. It wasn’t some calculated move. It wasn’t a scheme. It wasn’t about hurting anyone or breaking anyone’s trust. It was simply two people choosing to protect a major life decision while we settled into it.

That’s it.

Somehow, that turned into people acting like they were betrayed, like we owed them immediate access to one of the most important moments of our lives. And that’s the part that doesn’t sit right with me. Because marriage isn’t a public event just because other people care about you. It’s not a community project. It’s not something that requires permission or real-time updates to be valid.

It’s a commitment between two people.

Waiting to share it didn’t change anything about the marriage itself. It didn’t make it fake. It didn’t make it dishonest. It didn’t make it manipulative. The only thing it did was delay when other people found out.

And apparently, that delay is what people are upset about.

But here’s the truth: not everyone is entitled to immediate access to every part of your life. Not every milestone has to be announced the moment it happens. Not every decision needs to be shared in real time just to make other people feel included.

Privacy is not manipulation.

Keeping something to yourself for a while is not betrayal.

And choosing peace over public reaction is not dishonesty.

I’m frustrated because the conversation has shifted away from what marriage actually is — love, commitment, partnership, and building a life together — and turned into a debate about timing and announcements, as if that matters more than the relationship itself.

It doesn’t.

What matters is that Hector and I chose each other. What matters is that we built our first year of marriage quietly and intentionally. What matters is that we made a decision that worked for us, even if it didn’t work for everyone else.

People are allowed to feel surprised. They’re allowed to feel confused. They’re even allowed to feel hurt for a moment while they process something unexpected. But turning that surprise into ongoing accusations and name-calling crosses a line.

Because at some point, it stops being concern and starts being entitlement.

And I’m tired of carrying the weight of other people’s expectations about how I should share my life.

No one was lied to.
No one was manipulated.
No one was harmed by us choosing to keep our marriage private for a year.

The only thing that happened is that people didn’t know right away.

That’s not betrayal. That’s timing.

At the end of the day, our marriage belongs to us. Not to social media, not to extended circles, not to outside opinions, and not to anyone who feels they were owed an announcement on their schedule.

We shared it when we were ready.

And that should have been enough.
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Obviously, a bunny.

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Which animal would you compare yourself to and why?

If I had to compare myself to an animal, it would 100% be a rabbit.

First off, the buck teeth situation is already on brand. Can’t fight biology. But the personality? Honestly… it’s a vibe.

Rabbits throw tantrums. I throw tantrums. Sometimes over literally nothing. A carrot? Missed nap? Existential crisis over daylight saving time? You name it, I’m flopping dramatically like a furry little soap opera.

And yes—they’re judgy. Rabbits will side-eye you like you just betrayed the very laws of the universe. I do that too. It’s not mean, it’s just… extremely observant and slightly scandalized energy.

So there it is: buck teeth, dramatic flair, and judgment for days. Basically, I’m a rabbit and proud of it. Bonus: I hop through life and somehow survive on snacks and chaos. 

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Little Things I’m Doing for a Spring Reset

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I know, I know… I just made a whole post about spring fashion. But now I’m second-guessing myself. Is it actually spring yet? I mean, we just did the whole “spring forward” daylight saving time thing, which feels like it should mean spring is officially here.

Also, can someone please explain why I’m almost 30 and still don’t know if it’s daylight saving or daylight savings time? And while we’re at it… when does this time change nonsense actually stop? Every year the news says, “This might be the last year!” and every year… it is very much not the last year.

Sorry. Ranting Eren was activated. That was not the point of this post.

The actual point of this post is my spring reset. Winter is over, the seasonal depresso espresso era is (hopefully) behind us, and I’m trying to reset a few habits for the season. Nothing extreme, nothing unrealistic—just a few little things I’m doing to feel a bit healthier and happier.

Here’s what my spring reset is looking like this year.

1. Move Every Day

My biggest motivation for this one? Two overly excited puppies.

Honestly, if you really want to commit to moving more, I highly recommend getting not one but two chaotic dogs who demand walks. Suddenly you’re outside every day whether you planned to be or not—because if you don’t take them out, they will absolutely destroy your house.

It’s the most effective fitness accountability system I’ve ever had.

2. Drink More Water

This sounds simple, but it’s one of those habits I constantly have to remind myself about.

My current goal is to drink three of my Hydro bottles a day. They’re only 24 oz, so it’s not like I’m doing anything wild here. But considering my natural daily beverage rotation is usually 3–5 coffees with occasional water appearances, this still feels like progress.

Small wins count.

3. Eat for Health

My mom’s health situation recently really lit a fire under me to start taking my own health more seriously. Because of that, I’m planning to try a 40-day zero-sugar diet.

And let me tell you right now… I already hate it.

But I’m hoping it helps reset my habits a bit and makes me more mindful about what I’m eating. Wish me luck because I am going to need it.

4. Plant a Garden

This is also on my March bucket list.

I haven’t actually gotten around to doing it yet, but my goal is to plant tomatoes this year. I have no idea how successful this will be with two curious dogs running around, but we’re going to try.

Worst case scenario: the dogs eat the tomatoes and we call it enrichment.

5. Have a Tea Party

What is more spring than a tea party?

One of the best parts about living in the SoCal area is that there are so many cute places to go for tea. My personal favorite is this little local bar in Long Beach called The Wicked Wolf. It’s adorable, the vibe is great, and it’s a solid 10/10 recommendation from me.

Tea parties just feel like the ultimate spring activity—cute outfits, good tea, and a little excuse to slow down for an afternoon.

6. Force Myself to Have a Self-Care Day

And yes, I do mean force. Because I’m the type of person who will absolutely skip self-care if I don’t schedule it.

My version of a self-care day is pretty simple:

  • Painting my nails spring colors (I’m currently obsessed with butter yellow)
  • Using a hydration or glow face mask
  • Facial mist to bring my skin back to life after winter

In the colder months my skin always gets really dull, so I’ve been loving the Grace & Stella rosewater face spray lately. It’s refreshing, light, and perfect when my skin needs a little pick-me-up.

I’m also leaning fully into spring scents right now. Floral candles, fresh scents, anything that makes the house feel lighter. One of my friends recently gave me the Goose Creek Wildberry Wisteria candle, and she said it had “Bridgerton vibes.”

Let me tell you… she was 1000% correct.

At this point my candle stash is starting to overflow because I keep buying them or getting them as gifts. But honestly? I burn candles year-round and I love them.

I’m not sure if that’s weird… but I’m choosing to believe it’s a personality trait.

The Goal of My Spring Reset

Nothing on this list is about being perfect. It’s just about shaking off winter a little bit—moving more, drinking more water, getting outside, and romanticizing small moments like tea parties and fresh candles.

Spring always feels like a fresh start, even if we’re still confused about the daylight saving time situation.

If you’re doing a spring reset too, I’d love to know what habits or routines you’re starting this season.

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Is 2026 the New 2016? Spring Beauty & Fashion I’m Loving

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I love fashion and beauty, but if you’ve been around Some Punny Bunny for a while, you know I don’t always post about it as much as I want to. With spring here, though, I’ve been getting that urge to switch things up again—trying a few new beauty treatments while also bringing back some trends that I absolutely loved the first time around.

And honestly? If 2026 is giving “the new 2016,” I’m fully leaning into it.

Beauty Trends I Want to Try This Spring

1. Korean Lash Lift
I’ve been seeing Korean-style lash lifts all over my feed, and I’m intrigued. From what I’ve seen, the technique focuses on a softer, more natural-looking lift that makes your lashes look longer and more defined without that super dramatic curl. I love the idea of waking up with lashes that already look done, especially on low-makeup days.

2. A Pro Under-Eye Treatment
This winter did my under-eyes no favors. Between dry weather and too many late nights, they could definitely use some professional help. I’m thinking of trying a professional under-eye treatment—something hydrating and brightening that makes me look a little more awake even when I’m not.

3. That TikTok Lip Plumper Everyone Is Talking About
If you’re on TikTok, you probably know exactly which lip plumper I’m talking about. It’s everywhere right now, and it’s giving me serious 2016 beauty-YouTube vibes. I’m curious enough to try it—but let’s be honest, a lip plumper is probably as far as I’ll go. My whole family keeps reminding me I definitely don’t need lip filler, so we’re keeping things temporary over here.

2016 Fashion Trends I Want to Bring Back

If 2016 fashion is quietly creeping back into the spotlight, I’m not mad about it. Some of my favorite pieces from that era deserve another moment.

Bomber Jackets
At one point I had at least five bomber jackets in rotation. Satin, embroidered, oversized—you name it. They were the easiest way to throw something cool over a basic outfit, and I’m honestly surprised they ever disappeared.

Chokers (The 2016 Kind)
Chokers never fully left because they became part of the Y2K aesthetic, but the ones I loved in 2016 had a different vibe. Think simple velvet bands, delicate styles, and layered chokers that made even a plain outfit feel styled.

Cut Crease Eyeshadow
I know soft glam has taken over lately, but I miss a good dramatic cut crease. It was bold, it was precise, and it made any eye look feel instantly elevated. I’m seriously tempted to bring it back for nights out or events this spring.

Skinny Scarves
This one might be controversial, but hear me out. Skinny scarves were such a fun accessory moment. They added just enough detail without feeling heavy, and they worked with everything from dresses to blazers.

The Vibe for Spring 2026

For me, this spring is all about mixing a little nostalgia with trying new things. Beauty-wise, I’m leaning into treatments that make everyday routines easier. Fashion-wise, I’m revisiting trends that made getting dressed fun the first time around.

Because if 2026 really is the new 2016, I’m ready to open that part of the closet again.

And honestly… I might even buy another bomber jacket.

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Kneading Time to Figure Things Out

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I realized I haven’t really talked about school in a while. The last thing I mentioned, I think, was that I was quitting… well, turns out that’s not happening. Somehow, I got accepted into all the universities I applied to. Honestly, who would have guessed that was even possible? Not me.

Money ended up being the deciding factor, so I narrowed it down to two local schools. But with my new job, things feel a little easier to manage. And in the spirit of reconnecting with myself this year—balancing work, maybe school, and life in general—I’m giving myself a little space to figure things out. I don’t have to confirm my acceptance until May 1, which feels like a tiny gift of breathing room before diving in fully.

On top of that, I’m planning to get a cottage food operating permit. If you haven’t heard of it, it’s basically a way to make food at home legally and sell it—think bread, cookies, pies… all the good things. I’m still figuring out the exact steps, but I’m excited to learn and create, and maybe even bring a little extra joy to my days (and others’) with baked goods.

I’m also thinking about bringing back my bunny’s hangout Instagram. It feels like a nice way to share this little journey—baking, farmers markets, and the quiet, happy moments in between.

Here’s to slowing down, exploring, and savoring the small things along the way.